Corfu’s Best Sandy Beaches with Pop-Up Maps, Photos & Videos

Grouped by region and alphabetically. “View map” opens a centered pop-up. “View Photos & Videos” opens in a new tab. Distances/times are from Corfu Town (Kerkyra); check Green Bus (KTEL) timetables. (Blue buses serve only the town/suburbs.)

North West Corfu (A–Z)

Agios Georgios Pagon (Armenadon / Porto Timoni access) View map View Photos & Videos

A sweeping horseshoe bay backed by green hills and low-key resorts, Agios Georgios Pagon is the friendly NW base for families and couples who like space. The beach is broad and sandy with gently shelving waters; you’ll find sections with sunbed/umbrella sets and watersports near the center, while the northern/southern ends stay quieter. Tavernas line the front serving grilled fish, Corfiot specialties and casual snacks; evenings are relaxed with a few cocktail bars, nothing rowdy. Accommodation runs from budget studios and family apartments to small hotels and seafront villas. From here, boat taxis or a signed hillside path from Afionas lead adventurous travelers to the twin coves of Porto Timoni.
Distance: ~32 km. Car: 55–70 min. Green bus: 75–95 min (NW line to Agios Georgios Pagon).

Agios Stefanos Avliotes View map View Photos & Videos

On the NW tip opposite the Diapontia islets, Agios Stefanos Avliotes pairs a long sandy strand with a friendly village. The beach is largely sandy with shallow water—ideal for kids—plus organized zones with beds and beach bars around the pier, while edges of the bay remain quieter. Dining is easy: waterfront tavernas, traditional bakeries and a handful of cafés. Nightlife is soft—sunset cocktails, a little live music in season—while Sidari’s livelier scene is a short bus/taxi away. Stays range from budget studios to mid-range hotels and a growing set of private villas on the surrounding hills.
Distance: ~38 km. Car: 65–80 min. Green bus: 85–105 min (NW line to Ag. Stefanos Avlioton; some via Sidari).

Arillas View map View Photos & Videos

A chill NW favorite with a loyal community vibe, Arillas offers a sandy arc facing dreamy sunsets. The central stretch is organized with a few mellow beach bars, SUP/kayak hire and lifeguards in season; the edges remain natural and peaceful. The village has an artisan bent—yoga, local brewery, farm-to-table spots—plus Greek tavernas and relaxed cafés. Evenings focus on food and a glass of something cold; for late-night options, head to Sidari or Agios Stefanos. Accommodation is mostly self-catering studios, B&Bs and small family hotels, with some stylish apartments overlooking the bay.
Distance: ~39 km. Car: 70–85 min. Green bus: ~95 min (often via Sidari).

Apraos (Kalamaki) — near Kassiopi View map View Photos & Videos

Apraos—often called Kalamaki—is a gently shelving, powder-soft strand north of Kassiopi with some of the shallowest, warmest waters on Corfu. Ideal for small children and non-swimmers, it’s partly organized with umbrellas and a couple of relaxed beach bars; elsewhere it stays natural with dunes and tamarisks. The vibe is slow: swim, stroll, long lunches. Nightlife is minimal here, but lively Kassiopi (restaurants, cocktail bars, marina promenade) is a 5–10 minute taxi or bus away. Lodging options include small hotels, beachside apartments and pastoral villas tucked behind the strand.
Distance: ~36 km. Car: 55–70 min. Green bus: 70–90 min (NE line to Kassiopi; alight for Apraos/Kalamaki and walk 5–10 minutes).

Logas Beach (Sunset Beach, Peroulades) View map View Photos & Videos

Famous for its towering clay cliffs and painterly sunsets, Logas is a small strip of sand/pebble beneath Peroulades village. Access depends on sea conditions; after storms the sand narrows. A clifftop café/bar makes a prime golden-hour perch. Swim when calm and stick to marked paths; don’t sit directly under crumbly sections of cliff. For dinner, head into Peroulades or nearby Sidari for more options. Stays are small, romantic and view-driven—boutique rooms, studios and a few villas on the plateau above.
Distance: ~37 km. Car: 60–75 min. Green bus: to Sidari 60–80 min, then short taxi to Peroulades/Logas.

Roda View map View Photos & Videos

Roda’s broad sandy/soft-shingle bay and shallow water make it a family classic. The promenade strings together tavernas, ice-cream stops and watersports stands; evenings bring easygoing pubs and a few karaoke/live-music spots—lively but friendly rather than wild. You can walk or bus to neighboring Acharavi for even more eating and shopping. Accommodation ranges from wallet-friendly studio blocks to mid-range beachfront hotels and a good supply of holiday apartments.
Distance: ~35 km. Car: 55–70 min. Green bus: 65–85 min (NE coast service to Roda/Acharavi).

Sidari View map View Photos & Videos

Sidari blends sandy beaches with the sculpted sandstone coves of Canal d’Amour. Families enjoy the shallow shore and facilities; couples come for the cliff formations and sunset walks. The town has the island’s livelier nightlife in the north—bars, music venues, late cafés—balanced by classic tavernas and casual grills. Stays run the spectrum: simple self-catering, pool apartments, mid-range hotels; villas sit back from the center in quieter pockets.
Distance: ~36 km. Car: 60–75 min. Green bus: 70–90 min (direct NW line).

Paleokastritsa View map View Photos & Videos

A string of turquoise coves surrounded by cliffs and pines, Paleokastritsa is Corfu’s postcard stunner. Beaches are sandy or coarse sand/pebble; several are organized with beds and boat hire to nearby caves and micro-bays. The monastery on the headland adds a cultural stop, while hilltop villages offer view-deck tavernas. Nights are civilized—cocktail terraces and seafood dinners rather than clubs. Lodging includes seafront hotels with steps down to the water, studio blocks, and hillside apartments with big views.
Distance: ~23 km. Car: 35–50 min. Green bus: frequent direct service 40–60 min.

Central & East Corfu (A–Z)

Dassia View map View Photos & Videos

Dassia is a long strip fronting hotels and resorts, with sandy sections mixed with fine shingle and wooden jetties. Water is typically calm, great for paddle craft and waterski schools. Restaurants cover everything from gyros to upscale Greek-Mediterranean dining inside the big resorts, with cocktail bars and loungey spots at night. It’s well-served by buses and taxis, and you can boat-hop the coast in season. Stays range from large resorts and boutique hotels to many apartments behind the beach.
Distance: ~12 km. Car: 20–30 min. Green bus: 20–35 min (NE coastal line).

Ipsos View map View Photos & Videos

Ipsos is a long, narrow bay popular with younger travelers. The beach is coarse sand/fine shingle with clear water; the promenade packs cafés, creperies, beach bars and a few late-night venues, while nearby Pyrgi has quieter corners. Great bus connections make it easy without a car. Accommodation is mostly budget-to-mid apartments and small hotels, with a few stylish options at the ends of the bay.
Distance: ~14 km. Car: 25–35 min. Green bus: 25–40 min (NE coastal line).

Middle West (A–Z)

Agios Gordios View map View Photos & Videos

Backed by cliffs and olive-green slopes, Agios Gordios offers a wide sandy bay with an iconic offshore rock. The beachfront is organized around the center, with quieter patches north and south. Dining is excellent and varied: grill houses, seafood tavernas, and sunset terraces. Evenings are friendly and social rather than clubby. Stays include seafront apartments, family hotels, and hill-view villas.
Distance: ~15 km. Car: 25–35 min. Green bus: 35–50 min (west line).

Glyfada View map View Photos & Videos

One of Corfu’s classic sandy beaches, Glyfada faces the open Ionian with golden sand and clear water. Expect organized zones with chic beach bars, watersports and lifeguards, plus unorganized areas at the ends. Restaurants run casual by day and buzzy at sunset. Accommodation mixes resort-style hotels on the slopes with holiday apartments and villas nearby.
Distance: ~16 km. Car: 25–35 min. Green bus: 35–50 min (Pelekas/Glyfada route).

Kontogialos (Pelekas) View map View Photos & Videos

Below the village of Pelekas, Kontogialos is a long, sandy sweep with brilliant swim water and an easygoing mood. Several tavernas and cafés sit right on the sand; expect organized sections plus generous free space. Evenings pivot to sunset dining up in Pelekas. Stay choices include beachside studios, mid-range hotels and hillside apartments.
Distance: ~15 km. Car: 25–35 min. Green bus: 35–50 min (Pelekas/Kontogialos).

Myrtiotissa (nudist beach – Pelekas) View map View Photos & Videos

A small, sheltered cove between cliffs and vegetation, Myrtiotissa is unofficially nudist and wonderfully natural. Expect golden sand, crystal water and no fixed facilities—bring shade and water (a seasonal canteen sometimes appears). Access is steep by footpath; wear decent shoes. Evenings mean a lift back to Pelekas or Glyfada for restaurants and bars. Lodging is in neighboring resorts; the cove itself is wild.
Distance: ~16 km. Car: 30–40 min (last part steep). Green bus: to Pelekas/Glyfada 35–55 min, then walk 20–30 min.

South West Corfu (A–Z)

Agios Georgios South View map View Photos & Videos

The south’s big classic: miles of sand, shallow waters and space to breathe. The central village has organized sections, watersports and cafés; as you walk north toward Issos or south toward Marathias the beach becomes wilder and emptier. Nightlife is easygoing—cocktails, music bars, summer events—and dining ranges from traditional grills to modern Mediterranean. You’ll find family apartments, small hotels and a few villas behind the dunes.
Distance: ~32 km. Car: 55–70 min. Green bus: 60–85 min (south coast line to Agios Georgios Argyrades).

Arkoudilas View map View Photos & Videos

A wild, clay-cliffed bay south of Kavos, Arkoudilas rewards effort with solitude and soft sand. No facilities—pack water, snacks and shade. The final approach is along a track; many visitors use a short taxi from Kavos and walk the last part. Nights and restaurants are best in Kavos or Lefkimmi. Accommodation sits in those hubs; the beach itself stays pristine.
Distance: ~47 km. Car: 70–90 min (track at end). Green bus: to Kavos 80–100 min, then walk/taxi 30–40 min.

Gardeno (Vitalades) View map View Photos & Videos

A golden bay backed by dunes and countryside, Gardeno is peaceful yet equipped with a few tavernas and low-key bars. Sun beds cluster near the center, with long free stretches either side. Evenings are about seaside dinners and stargazing, while busier nightlife sits in Moraitika/Messonghi or Kavos if you want it. Accommodation is mostly apartments and small hotels; some villas dot the hills.
Distance: ~40 km. Car: 60–80 min. Green bus: 70–95 min (south line; alight for Vitalades/Gardeno).

Halikounas (Lake Korission) View map View Photos & Videos

A wild ribbon of sand separating the Ionian from Lake Korission, Halikounas is loved by kiters and solitude seekers. Expect minimal facilities beyond a seasonal beach bar or two; bring shade and water. Birdlife can be superb around the lagoon. For meals and stays, look to nearby villages (Agios Mattheos area) or Agios Georgios South. Accommodation options are scattered villas and a few boutique stays.
Distance: ~28 km. Car: 45–60 min. Green bus: to Messonghi/Moraitika 35–50 min, then taxi/shuttle to Halikounas.

Issos (Dunes of Korission) View map View Photos & Videos

Famous for Sahara-like dunes, Issos delivers silky sand and shallow water. Facilities are limited to seasonal bars and a few sunbed zones; most of the shoreline remains natural. Walk the ridge for views over Lake Korission. Dining and stays concentrate in Agios Georgios South.
Distance: ~29 km. Car: 50–65 min. Green bus: to Agios Georgios South 60–85 min; walk/taxi to Issos.

Marathias View map View Photos & Videos

South of Issos, Marathias is another deep sandy bay with clear, calm swells on quiet days. Organized sections sit near the access point; elsewhere it’s wild and wide. Restaurants are family-run and great for grilled fish and simple Greek plates. Accommodation is mostly apartments and a few small hotels; villas perch on the surrounding hills.
Distance: ~37 km. Car: 60–75 min. Green bus: 70–95 min (south line; alight for Marathias).

Paramonas View map View Photos & Videos

Tucked below Agios Mattheos, Paramonas is a crescent of sand with a couple of excellent tavernas and a calm, local feel. Some organized spots provide umbrellas; much remains natural. Nights are very quiet; for a change, head to Moraitika or Benitses. Lodging is mainly apartments and a few boutique properties; the setting feels wonderfully rural.
Distance: ~22 km. Car: 35–50 min. Green bus: to Agios Mattheos 35–50 min; taxi down to the beach.

Prasoudi View map View Photos & Videos

Small, scenic and set beneath low cliffs, Prasoudi offers soft sand and calm swimming on gentle days. Facilities are minimal—a couple of tavernas and limited sunbeds. It’s perfect for a quiet half-day with a lazy lunch. Stays are found in the surrounding countryside and Agios Mattheos area.
Distance: ~24 km. Car: 40–55 min. Green bus: to Agios Mattheos 35–50 min; taxi/walk to Prasoudi.

Santa Barbara (part of the long SW bay) View map View Photos & Videos

A quieter section of the immense SW shoreline with golden sand and few crowds. Expect a couple of beach bars and rental sets near the access road; away from them it’s all space and sea. Restaurants are scattered and homey. Accommodation is mostly apartments and small hotels; villas lie back from the water.
Distance: ~41 km. Car: 65–85 min. Green bus: 75–100 min (south line to Perivoli/Marathias; short transfer).

South East (A–Z)

Agios Ioannis Peristeron View map View Photos & Videos

A calm south-eastern bay backed by resorts and olive groves. The shore is a mix of sand and fine shingle with crystal water; many hotels maintain piers and small organized areas. Dining skews resort-style with a few independent tavernas along the coastal road. Nightlife is gentle; for more buzz head to Benitses or Moraitika. Accommodation includes larger hotels, boutique options and self-catering apartments behind the road.
Distance: ~17 km. Car: 25–35 min. Green bus: 30–45 min (south coastal line).

Benitses View map View Photos & Videos

Once party-central, Benitses has matured into a marina village with good tavernas, cafés and a pleasant promenade. Beaches are small sandy/shingle pockets; many swimmers use hotel jetties. Nightlife is sociable—bars and music, not clubs. Stays range from affordable apartments to boutique hotels in the lanes above the seafront.
Distance: ~12 km. Car: 20–30 min. Green bus: 20–35 min (south coastal line).

Messonghi View map View Photos & Videos

Low-key and family-minded, Messonghi’s sandy/fine-shingle beach sits by the river mouth, with shallow water and a couple of watersports stands. Restaurants are traditional and great value; nightlife runs to cocktail cafés and occasional live music. Accommodation is mainly apartments and small hotels; Moraitika next door adds more options and shops.
Distance: ~22 km. Car: 35–45 min. Green bus: 35–50 min (south coastal line).

Moraitika View map View Photos & Videos

A long sandy shore with shallow water and plenty of facilities, Moraitika suits families and couples who want convenience. The village has supermarkets, bakeries, cafés and a wide dining choice; nightlife is sociable with a few music bars. Stays include many apartments, mid-range hotels and a few higher-end options toward the beach.
Distance: ~20 km. Car: 30–40 min. Green bus: 30–45 min (south coastal line).

Hidden Gem — Bouka Beach (Lefkimmi)

South of Lefkimmi lies Bouka Beach, a quiet sandy stretch with just one laid-back beach bar and wide-open views to the mainland. It’s loved by locals for its tranquil vibe and shallow water. Facilities are minimal beyond the bar, so bring shade and water if you plan to linger. Important: the approach road is narrow and in poor condition in places; drive slowly and carefully, especially if you’re on a scooter—this area has seen frequent accidents involving bikes. View map View Photos & Videos